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17 Aug 2026
No Pause on Progress: Continuing Staff Development for UM Library Employees into the Summer Season
A two-week summer closure creates a valuable space for employees to focus more on enhancing their knowledge
6 Aug 2026
Acclaimed Maltese poet, author and academic Prof. Immanuel Mifsud wins prestigious 2026 Homer European Medal of Poetry and Art
Prof. Mifsud is an Associate Professor in the Department of Maltese within the Faculty of Arts
5 Aug 2026
UM SEA-EU Research Seed Fund 2026 Awardees
UM celebrated SEA-EU Seed Fund projects advancing research and international collaboration
3 Aug 2026
Dr Sean Mizzi and Dr Julian Andrew Borg awarded the BOV Prize in Medicine
The BOV Prize in Medicine celebrates excellence in the medical profession
31 Jul 2026
Engineered fluorescent switches highlighted on journal cover
Department of Chemistry research featured by European Journal of Organic Chemistry
30 Jul 2026
University of Chile academic visits UM as part of Erasmus+ ICM mobility
Visit by University of Chile Academic
29 Jul 2026
Prof. Maria Attard lauded for role of co-Editor-in-Chief of Research in Transportation Business & Management by Elsevier
UM academic awarded for her exceptional service
28 Jul 2026
University of Malta showcases Lifelong Learning at SEA-EU workshop in Brest
UM represented at SEA-EU workshop on lifelong learning in Brest by Dr Maria Brown
24 Jul 2026
International engagements for Professor Carmel Borg
Contributing to professional development initiatives in Albania and Greece
22 Jul 2026
Erasmus+ mobility strengthens collaboration between UM and UCC
Professor Sarah Cuschieri, recently visitedthe School of Public Health at University College Cork
21 Jul 2026
A New Chapter for People, Culture & Engagement at the University of Malta: Newly-renamed HR Office to be led by Robert Abdilla
A decision approved by the University Council on 22 July 2026
20 Jul 2026
AASTMT Dean visits University of Malta through Erasmus+
AASTMT Dean Dr Sandra Haddad completed an Erasmus+ Training Mobility at the University of Malta
20 Jul 2026
Digital Games Erasmus+ ICM academic staff mobility at Ritsumeikan University
Staff Exchange
15 Jul 2026
Prof. Peter Mayo invited to speak at University of Porto about Popular Education
On Friday 3 July 2026
13 Jul 2026
SEA-EU Alliance Symposium for Staff Supporting Joint Master's Programmes
Administrative and academic staff from SEA-EU universities met in Gdańsk to strengthen collaboration
10 Jul 2026
Mark Lawrence Zammit starts his term as President of the EAPCCT
Mark L Zammit is President of the European Association of Poison Centres and Clinical Toxicologists
8 Jul 2026
Fighting cancer with every kilometre: ALIVE Charity Foundation completes the VisitMalta ALIVE2026 Cycling Challenge for Cancer Research
They cycled no less than 1,100km for a noble cause
6 Jul 2026
2026 Media Pluralism Monitor Malta report produced by UM staff
Report by UM staff part of EU-wide project paints concerning picture of state of the media in Malta
1 Jul 2026
Rev. Dr Kevin Schembri launches international marriage report in Rome
Rev. Dr Kevin Schembri launches international report on marriage theology and canon law in Rome
30 Jun 2026
Professor Sandra C. Buttigieg represented UM as a panellist at 2026 European Health Management Conference (EHMC) in Barcelona
Prof. Buttigieg contributes to european dialogue on strengthening respiratory disease surveillance and immunisation
24 Jun 2026
Two UM scholars contribute to an international conference
UM scholars highlighted Malta’s central role in Mediterranean history at Insular Entanglements
24 Jun 2026
Seven University of Malta academics ranked in the Research.com annual rankings
The 12th edition of top scientists ranking using the numbers as of 1 January 2026
23 Jun 2026
Outgoing Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella’s legacy marked with portrait unveiling
The portrait was unveiled on 18 June 2026 at the University of Malta’s Council Room
18 Jun 2026
Accreditation awarded to 46 educators in financial capability education
46 educators awarded certificates for completing CLAS's LAS1100 micro-credential
16 Jun 2026
Katrine Heggstad visits University of Malta for process drama workshops
Isabelle Gatt hosts Katrine Heggstad’s workshops, where students explored process drama techniques
16 Jun 2026
Sergio Grech: the voice behind Tradutturi on Campus 103.7
Exploring the work of translators
15 Jun 2026
Sustaining skills of critical reflection on practice – international research collaboration
Dr Claudia Psaila attended a 3-day workshop as collaborator
15 Jun 2026
Prof. Michael Osborne announced as keynote speaker for the MRER 20th anniversary
Michael Osborne will deliver the MRER 20th Anniversary Lecture on 10 Decmber
15 Jun 2026
UM Confucius Institute co-hosts first China-Malta Education and Cultural Exchange Forum
The first China-Malta Education and Cultural Cooperation Exchange Forum was held on in Valletta
12 Jun 2026
One to One, presented by Michael Briguglio
On Campus 103.7, the University's Radio Station
8 Jun 2026
Four UM academics honoured with the Ordre des Palmes Académiques
The French Republic awards prestigious recognition for the work of four UM academics
8 Jun 2026
Dr Jacqueline Żammit receives Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Awards 2026
UM academic has been honoured with two prestigious awards in recognition of her outstanding service
3 Jun 2026
Erasmus+ ICM academic visit from Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University
A cooperation contributing to internationalisation objectives and supporting the development of sustainable academic partnerships
3 Jun 2026
Dr Costantino Oliva visits the Centre for Game Studies at Ritsumeikan University
Visit by Dr Oliva
3 Jun 2026
Prof. Josephine Deguara presents paper at the International ECERS meeting at OsloMet
Prof. Deguara shares insights on children's perspectives on quality at OsloMet University
22 May 2026
Bridging the Gap: The Power of Generational Diversity at UM
4th week of the Diversity Campaign 2026
22 May 2026
Prof. Isabelle Gatt leads Theatre Lab on the Practice of Presence
Theatre lab explores presence, embodiment, and awareness in performance practice
21 May 2026
UM staff recognised for supporting continuous learning at the University
Held on Thursday 7 May 2026
20 May 2026
UM academic presents at international structural biology and AI conference
UM’s Jean Paul Ebejer presented AI methods for protein-ligand binding at Malta conference
15 May 2026
Beyond Access: Celebrating Disability and Neurodiversity – Diversity Month 2026
Featuring former UM student, Jacob Callus
11 May 2026
Prof. Charles Yousif examining a PhD student at Burgos University, Spain
Prof. Charles Yousif appointed as an external examiner for a PhD Degree at Burgos University, Spain
11 May 2026
Fostering dialogue around the importance of respecting diverse gender identities
Week 2 of the Diversity Month 2026 Campaign
8 May 2026
Two UM academics present current research on Spectral Graph Theory and Operators
Prof. Irene Schiriha and Dr James L. Borg
7 May 2026
Professor Carmel Borg leads workshop at Nottingham Trent University
On humility and compassion as critical pedagogical practices
5 May 2026
Senior Lecturer contributes to outcomes of EU research project
Dr Cuschieri appointed Scientific Advisor in HorizonEurope project
5 May 2026
Prof. Sergio Portelli visits the National University of Uzbekistan
As part of the Erasmus+ ICM teaching mobility programme
4 May 2026
Beyond the policy, it’s the people who make a difference: Cultural Diversity @ UM
European Diversity Month 2026 Campaign, by the Equity Office
28 Apr 2026
UM academics lead Erasmus+ funded Essays Beyond Borders conference in Pisa
UM academics lead Erasmus+ essay project at Pisa conference
28 Apr 2026
Karl Wright and Claire Borg on Campus 103.7’s Therapy Talk
Therapy Talk explores wellbeing with expert perspectives.
23 Apr 2026
Professor Lino Bianco engaged in lecturing at the Georgian Technical University
As part of the Erasmus+ Key Action 107 – International Credit Mobility
22 Apr 2026
In Memoriam – Professor Greg Brooks of the University of Sheffield
He worked closely with fellow Maltese educators and researchers
22 Apr 2026
Outgoing Rector and Rector-elect interviewed on weekly current affairs programme, ‘Andrew fuq Campus 103.7’
By Prof. Andrew Azzopardi
22 Apr 2026
UM PhD researcher to represent Malta at the 2026 Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting
Jonathan Farrugia
17 Apr 2026
UM represented at landmark WHO Global Forum with three Collaborating Centres
University of Malta showcases global health leadership at WHO Forum
17 Apr 2026
UM academic honoured internationally
Professor Louis F. Cassar elected Fellow of the Linnean Society
16 Apr 2026
An academic from the Technical University of Moldova on a teaching visit at UM
Prof. Lino Bianco invited guest speaker to deliver lectures on history and theory of architecture at UM
8 Apr 2026
UN Assistant Secretary-General for Legal Affairs lectures to UM students
Dr Felicity Attard introduced UN Assistant Secretary-General for Legal Affairs, Mr Steven Hill to UM students
7 Apr 2026
Professor David Bostanashvili delivered lectures at UM
Prof. Lino Bianco invited guest lecturer to deliver lectures on poetics of architecture at UM
2 Apr 2026
Understanding food as the first step towards better health
Obesity among young people is rising across Europe and Malta
30 Mar 2026
Prof. Nicholas Sammut receives Outstanding Special Issue Award as Guest Editor
By the international journal Sensors (MDPI)
26 Mar 2026
Prof. Frank Bezzina elected 82nd Rector of the University of Malta
At an extraordinary meeting of the University of Malta Council held on Thursday, 26 March 2026
24 Mar 2026
Researcher from New Uzbekistan University visits the Department of Physics at UM
Researcher from New Uzbekistan University visits the Department of Physics at UM
24 Mar 2026
Human Communication Sciences & Disorders academics visit Heimerer College
Human Communication Sciences & Disorders academics visit Heimerer College
17 Mar 2026
What does it take to lead a university?
Interview with outgoing Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella
12 Mar 2026
From Planning the Ceremony to Walking the Stage: UM Staff Mark a Special March Graduation
The 15th ceremony on 11 March 2026
5 Mar 2026
Dr Jacqueline Vanhear named deputy director of UM’s Quality Support Unit
She joined UM in December 2021
4 Mar 2026
New CEO for University’s Research, Innovation & Development Trust (RIDT)
Claudette Buttigieg
3 Mar 2026
UM Lecturer publishes an innovative life and limb saving operative procedure
Matthew Joe Grima, UM Lecturer within Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, publishes a Jugaar in EJVES
27 Feb 2026
Dr Claudia Psaila strengthens UM's international ties with seminar on spirituality at University College Dublin
The lecture was part of the seminar series of the Geary Institute of Public Policy
24 Feb 2026
UM academic contributes to an International Manifesto on Human-Centred AI
UM academic contributes to an International Manifesto on human-centred AI
23 Feb 2026
Malta's Industrial Heritage presented at International Conferences
Prof R. Ghirlando presents Malta's Industrial Heritage at conferences in Bari, Rijeka and Kiruna
23 Feb 2026
Andrew fuq Campus 103.7 offers a public forum interrogating society's most pressing questions
Meet Prof. Andrew Azzopardi
23 Feb 2026
Cultivating a culture of wellbeing at the University of Malta
Initiatives to promote wellbeing at UM
18 Feb 2026
UM opens doors to more global learning
A University of Malta academic played a key role in bringing the new student exchange agreement with Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
9 Feb 2026
Residents at the centre of the overtourism debate
The chapter discuss why residents’ perceptions are key to understanding and managing overtourism
9 Feb 2026
Project Anchor launched
The project Anchor is a digital well-being platform for individuals in high-consequence professions
5 Feb 2026
Prof. Mayo to deliver keynote address at Global Lifelong Learning Coordination Group Meeting
On 18 February 2026
3 Feb 2026
Prof. Lino Bianco led interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary research seminars at the Faculty of Theology, Pontifical Gregorian University
From the Department of History of Architecture within the Faculty for the Built Environment
2 Feb 2026
Celaine Buhagiar: leading Campus 103.7 through storytelling, collaboration, and community
Station Manager at Campus 103.7
2 Feb 2026
Michael Briguglio participates in RethinkBlue COST conference in Tallinn
Michael Briguglio participates in RethinkBlue COST conference in Tallinn
29 Jan 2026
UM academic invited as distinguished visiting global scholar at Centre for International Law – National University of Singapore
Prof. Simone Borg, Faculty of Laws was invited to meet and exchange ideas with CIL researchers on areas of common interest
28 Jan 2026
UM academic participates in workshop on climate change and cultural heritage
Dr Agius attended the SD-WISHEES workshop to discus enablers and barriers in funded projects
26 Jan 2026
Prof. Peter Mayo to be awarded Honorary Doctorate for outstanding contribution to the field of Adult Education
By the School of Humanities at the Hellenic Open University (HOU) in Patras, Greece
23 Jan 2026
Prof. Norbert Bugeja given Jury's Honourable Mention at the Mediterranean Poetry Prize
The awards ceremony for the international prize was held at Rome's historic Palazzo Valentini
21 Jan 2026
Cross-border quality in focus: QSU engagement with leading Irish universities through Erasmus+
The University of Malta’s (UM) Quality Support Unit (QSU) team participated in a week-long Erasmus+ Staff Mobility visit to Ireland in December 2025
20 Jan 2026
Prof. Peter Borg joins editorial board of prestigious Mathematics Journal
Discussiones Mathematicae Graph Theory (DMGT)
19 Jan 2026
Malta’s Ocean Governance Ambassador meets Prince Albert II of Monaco
Prof. Alan Deidun from the Department of Geosciences
19 Jan 2026
Visit by Shandong University academic
Visit by Shandong University academic at the Centre for Judaic and Interreligious Studies
14 Jan 2026
UM lecturer develops free statistical software for students worldwide
Dr Gianmarco Alberti
12 Jan 2026
Kick-off Meeting of the RECLAIM Project
UM is participating in this Interreg Italia-Malta Project
5 Jan 2026
The Strength of a Community: University of Malta Raises Record €18,000 for L-Istrina and id-Dar tal-Providenza
Thank you for your generosity 🙏
5 Jan 2026
UM academic to lead Council of Europe’s drafting of AI Criminal Law Treaty
Prof. Stefano Filletti elected President of the AICL
2 Jan 2026
President of Malta receives Faculty of Education Delegation at San Anton Palace
On 20 December 2025
2 Jan 2026
Dr Maria Brown represents Malta at EPALE Athens event on adult learning
Dr Maria Brown participates in 'Co-creating the Future of Adult Learning' as EPALE Ambassador
17 Dec 2025
Dr F. Attard re-elected President of the International Law Association Branch
Dr Felicity G. Attard has been re-elected President of the International Law Association Branch
3 Dec 2025
How the University of Malta’s Office for Human Resources Management & Development is shaping a Healthier Campus Culture
Safeguarding employees' wellbeing
19 Nov 2025
Prof. Moncada nominated to join world-leading panel of climate scientists
As Leading Author (LA) on the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
25 Nov 2025
A Celebration of Impact: University of Malta Awards Four Honoris Causa Degrees
On Friday 21 November 2025
18 Nov 2025
Largest ever International Manufacturing Research conference organised in Malta
Conference on Industry of the Future and Smart Manufacturing (ISM 2025) organised in Malta
29 Oct 2025
Prof. David Magri recipient of the Czarnik Emerging Investigator Award
The 8th International Conference on Molecular Sensors and Molecular Logic Gates was held in Shanghai, China
15 Oct 2025
UM Academics Honoured with the Sustainable Development Research and Innovation Awards
Sustainable Development Research and Innovation Awards
20 Oct 2025
New researcher joins the Geoscience Department to advance earthquake detection
Luke Said joins UM Geosciences as Research Support Officer to advance local seismic studies
13 Oct 2025
New Researcher Joins Physics and Geosciences Departments on SENSEI Project
Daniele Caruana
1 Oct 2025
Dr Spiteri Miggiani delivers a keynote at the University of Alicante
At the international conference on Global Perspectives on Technology-Enhanced Language Learning and Translation
3 Oct 2025
Small Island, Big Seas. Malta's MSP Challenges at the 3rd Silk Road MSP Workshop
Presenting Malta's MSP Challenges at Beijing's 3rd Silk Road Cooperation Workshop
7 Oct 2025
UM researcher key to Dual Nature Medicine Studies Establishing a New Global Standard for Precision Medicine in Sepsis and Critical Care
Dr Brendon Scicluna from the Department of Applied Biomedical Science
23 Sep 2025
Prof. Pierre Schembri-Wismayer Showcases Maltese Research at the European Biotechnology Congress 2025
He presented a poster entitled "Challenges in transfection of the halophytic microalga dunaliella salina"
25 Sep 2025
University of Malta Physiotherapy Academics Participation in ENPHE Forum 2025
Dr John Xerri de Caro and Dr Stephen Lungaro Mifsud represented the University
25 Sep 2025
A decade of free dental service to the Maltese community
The Mobile Dental Unit celebrates 10 years since its inception
24 Sep 2025
TEAMWIRE and heritage research presented by UM at GPR Italy Conference 2025
UM academics highlight water infrastructure and cultural heritage studies at GPR Italy 2025
